Capitalisation as a boundary object in intervention research, serving knowledge production and mobilisation

Area of Science:

• Population Health Intervention Research (PHIR)
• Knowledge Translation
• Health Promotion

Background:

• Knowledge transfer is crucial for effective population health intervention research (PHIR).
• Integrating practical knowledge from decision-makers and field workers enhances evidence-based data implementation.
• Existing research often lacks the incorporation of real-world practices.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and evaluate the Capitalisation of Experience Knowledge in Health Promotion (CEKHP) approach as a tool for PHIR.
• To demonstrate how CEKHP can foster ownership and implementation of evidence-based data.
• To illustrate the application of CEKHP through two distinct project examples.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing a structured, qualitative approach to collect, analyze, and share field-based knowledge.
• Mobilizing the CEKHP approach within two specific projects: PROSCeSS PHIR and IMPACT.
• Engaging field actors through a dedicated platform for knowledge exchange.

Main Results:

• The CEKHP approach provides a valuable platform for mobilizing and structuring field-based knowledge.
• Successful application of CEKHP in the PROSCeSS PHIR project (health promotion in sports clubs).
• Demonstrated transferability analysis of an experimental primary care system for disadvantaged patients within the IMPACT project.

Conclusions:

• The CEKHP approach is an effective method for enhancing knowledge transfer in PHIR.
• CEKHP facilitates the integration of practical insights, leading to greater ownership and implementation of evidence-based interventions.
• The CEKHP methodology offers a scalable and adaptable framework for diverse health promotion initiatives.